–James McNally proved yet again why he’s Somerset County’s best big man in the last 10 years. His outlet pass to Keith Woung-Fallon in the final seconds, which set up the game-winning free throw, was both heady and perfectly executed.

–This is the first time I can recall seeing Bridgewater squander a 15-point lead. Credit to Immaculata; a lesser team would have folded. But just as much credit to the Panthers, who got it together in the nick of time.

–Don’t be surprised if Gamal Mohamed breaks into the Spartans’ starting lineup. The sophomore guard not only ignited the comeback, but he did so in the face of great defense. He earned every one of his 19 points.

–Jared Rothbard’s considerable improvement at point guard puts Bridgewater in a position to make a deep run in North Jersey, Section 2, Group IV — the best public school section in the state. Barring a surprise later this week, the Panthers will get a No. 1 or No. 2 seed, which means a critical home game in he semfinal round.

–Great chants by the student-fans. At one point Bridgewater’s side chanted “County champions.” Immaculata responded with “state champions,” referring to football. Bridgewater countered with “football’s over.” Immaculata responded with “that was last year.” My favorite chant, though, was at the beginning of the fourth quarter. With BR up 15, the Panther faithful chanted, “Please stay seated” to Immaculata. It didn’t happen, but nice work anyway.

–I’ll be shocked if these teams don’t meet again in the Somerset County final Feb. 24.